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This week we have a Navy SEAL legend, self fighting fighter jets, a hostage rescue and much more. So lets get straight into it 👇

On this day in 1951:

We commemorate the life and sacrifice of Whitt L. Moreland, a valiant Marine who selflessly gave his life during the Korean War.

Whitt L. Moreland's unwavering courage and dedication to duty earned him the esteemed Medal of Honor.

Whitt L. Moreland was born on January 15, 1925, in a small town in the heart of America. From a young age, he displayed a strong sense of duty and a deep love for his country. Following the outbreak of the Korean War in 1950, Moreland felt compelled to answer the call and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps.

The enemy launched a volley of hand grenades on his group. Quick to act despite the personal danger involved, he kicked several of the grenades off the ridgeline where they exploded harmlessly and, while attempting to kick away another, slipped and fell near the deadly missile.

Aware that the sputtering grenade would explode before he could regain his feet and dispose of it, he shouted a warning to his comrades, covered the missile with his body and absorbed the full blast of the explosion.

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Who else remembers the joy during operations of receiving mail from your family?

David Goggins

In the realm of resilience and mental fortitude, few individuals embody the indomitable spirit of perseverance like Retired Chief Petty Officer David Goggins. 

He is an extraordinary individual, a survivor who defied the odds. Despite enduring abuse, bigotry, asthma, a learning disability, a stutter, obesity, and crushing self-esteem, he emerged triumphant. Goggins is not only a world-record-breaking endurance athlete but also completed an astounding 4,030 pull-ups in just 17 hours.

Between 1994 and 1999, David Goggins served in the United States Air Force Tactical Air Control Party. After leaving the military, he found himself working in pest control. However, he harbored a deep desire to become a Navy SEAL.

Despite weighing 300 pounds, struggling with learning disabilities, and a fear of deep water, Goggins embarked on a challenging journey.

In his 20-year military career, Goggins served in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2004, Goggins graduated from Army Ranger School, and received the "Enlisted Honor Man" award.

In 2005 Goggins got hit with bad news: Several of his buddies had died in Afghanistan in Operation Red Wings. Goggins, never a natural runner, decided to pound ground in the San Diego One Day event, which raised money for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

Furthermore, Goggins is one of the greatest endurance athletes in the world. He has completed multiple ultra-marathons, triathlons, and ultra-triathlons, setting new course records and regularly placing in the top five.

He’s run more than 200 miles nonstop in 39 hours and placed third in the toughest foot race on the planet: the Badwater 135, which takes place in Death Valley during the summer.

“My greatest strength is my mind,” reports Goggins. “I figured out one thing: Life is one big mind game … and you’re playing against yourself.”

📰 In the news this week

News stories I’ve found interesting this week.

• The US War on Terror Continues. We Just Don't Talk About It. The article tells how operations are still going on but is not reported in the media.

🤔 F-16 fighter jets flying themselves?

Is this the future? Self flying fighter jets.

📦 Gift ideas from Amazon.

Enhance your bar collection and display your pride for the Marine Corps with this officially-licensed Marine beer glass featuring a .50 caliber bullet.

This Amazing gift for Marines and USMC veterans, features a solid copper bullet that showcases pride and durability with a hand-blown glass construction.

🎥 From our YouTube Channel

This video is about Jessica Lynch and her remarkable rescue in 2003 when she was a prisoner of war.

📷 Readers Photos

Gerald Duane French's photo was taken while he was stationed in Korea. I think this is 1952/1953. Thanks Sheryl.

If you have a picture you’d like featured please send them into [email protected]

😮 Did you know?

Did you know that behind the scenes of military operations, there are four-legged heroes silently working alongside our brave men and women in uniform?

Meet the remarkable canines of the Military Working Dog (MWD) program, whose dedication, skills, and loyalty make them invaluable assets to our armed forces.

One of the primary roles of MWDs is explosive detection, these highly trained dogs are capable of detecting a wide range of explosive materials, including conventional explosives, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and even hidden weapons caches.

Their remarkable sense of smell and intense focus allow them to locate these threats with exceptional accuracy, potentially saving countless lives.

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See you next week.

Rob 🫡